Upwork reviews

3.8

60% would recommend to a friend

(631 total reviews)
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57% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Upwork has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 631 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Upwork employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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631 reviews
5.0
Sep 18, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1. Innovative Vision: Upwork is at the forefront of transforming the future of work, offering freelancers and businesses a reliable platform to connect and collaborate globally. 2. Remote-Friendly Culture: The company fully embraces remote work, allowing for flexibility and a great work-life balance. Employees can work from anywhere, which fits with the company's mission. 3. Diverse and Inclusive: Upwork values diversity and inclusion, ensuring a mix of talents from around the world. It’s an environment where different voices are heard and respected.

Cons

Growing Pains: As the company scales, there can be a sense of disconnect between management and the day-to-day operations, leading to misalignments in priorities at times. Shifting Priorities: The rapid pace of change sometimes results in shifting priorities, which can make it difficult for teams to focus on long-term projects. Internal Processes Can Be Slow: While Upwork strives for innovation externally, some internal processes can be slow to adapt, which can hinder efficiency.

3.0
Sep 16, 2024

RECRUITER

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Legit and the company secure the safety of the staff as the platform is online

Cons

Some clients are taken advantage due to remote set-up

5.0
Sep 6, 2024

Work Culture and Salary was good

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great Work Culture and compensation

Cons

Work timing can create some issue

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